West Mecklenburg High School

westmecklenburghighschool.wearecms.com

1,207 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

West Mecklenburg High School, located on Tuckaseegee Road in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a key secondary institution within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its deep-rooted history in the community and its commitment to preparing students for life after graduation. The campus offers a variety of academic and extracurricular programs designed to foster both personal growth and scholastic achievement, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary for success in college and the modern workforce.

Beyond its core curriculum, West Mecklenburg High School emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages civic engagement and school spirit. The school provides various pathways for student development, including athletics, arts, and career-technical education initiatives. By focusing on holistic development and community connection, West Mecklenburg strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are challenged to reach their full potential while navigating the complexities of their educational journey.

1,207

Total Students

75.1

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

106.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Mecklenburg High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	34
Hispanic	448
Black	634
Asian	58
Two or More	31
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Black
634 (52.5 %)
Hispanic
448 (37.1 %)
Asian
58 (4.8 %)
White
34 (2.8 %)
Two or More
31 (2.6 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Phone:	(980)343-6080
Website:	http://westmecklenburghighschool.wearecms.com
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,207
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	75.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,287
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 402

Grade 10 376

Grade 11 220

Grade 12 209